Al Raed will face off against Al Hilal in an exciting matchup in the Saudi Pro League 2024-25. Currently, Al Raed is at the bottom of the league table, sitting in 20th place, and is on the verge of relegation to the First Division after just five games remain in their season. With 34 matches to be played per team, Al Raed’s performance this season has not met expectations.
In contrast, Al Hilal is performing well, positioned 2nd in the league and still in contention for the title. They will be looking to secure a victory to strengthen their chances of winning the championship, especially since they must fend off the challenge from Al Ittihad, who is closely competing for the top spot.
The match will take place at King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Buraidah, Saudi Arabia, at 9:45 PM IST on May 7, 2025. Historically, Al Hilal has a significant advantage over Al Raed, having won 32 out of their 33 previous encounters.
In their last five matches, Al Raed has struggled, recording only one win, while Al Hilal has shown more resilience with two wins and two draws. The weather is expected to be warm, with a temperature of around 34°C and no chance of rain, making for potentially ideal playing conditions.
In terms of team predictions for Dream11, key players for the match include Michael Leonardo and Ruben Neves as captain and vice-captain choices, as they are likely to make a substantial impact on the game.
Despite the challenges faced by Al Raed, the matchup serves as an opportunity for them to build on any positive outcomes as they look to uphold their competitive spirit against a formidable opponent in Al Hilal. The football world will be watching closely to see if Al Raed can pull off an upset or if Al Hilal will continue their march towards the title.